I found Value Auto Repair on Yelp because I wanted a shop I could actually trust, especially…read moreknowing how common it is for mechanics to upsell unnecessary services. After reading the reviews, I decided to give them a shot, and I'm glad I did because they lived up to the hype. Alex was great to work with. He took the time to go over everything with me, recommended what actually needed attention, and never pressured me into anything extra. What really stood out was how honest he was--some of the issues I was worried about turned out not to be problems at all, and he made sure to explain that clearly instead of trying to turn it into a sale. It's not easy finding a mechanic you can trust, but this shop definitely earned mine. If you're looking for a straightforward, no-pressure auto repair experience, I'd highly recommend Value Auto Repair.

April 29, 2026 I took my 2018 Forester XT (turbo-charged) to…read moreValue Auto Repair for Subaru recommended maintenance. Subaru requires special oils, and fluids, or the warranty is voided. I wanted only recommended Subaru oils, antifreeze, spark plugs, etc. Value followed the manufacture's recommendations, which I was very happy. The maintenance was done in a few hours. The prices are competitive, but the trustworthiness is superior. This a great company.

The friendliness and honesty at Advantec Auto Repair was incredibly refreshing. I usually hate…read moregetting my car serviced, but this experience completely changed my mind -- I'll only come here from now on. I walked in at 8:30 AM on a Friday and was greeted by Danny. I explained the car issues I was dealing with and he clearly explained how long each repair would take and the expected price range. There was no upselling, pressure, or intimidation -- just honest, transparent communication. When my car was in the bay he even showed me the issues under the hood and explained why certain repairs mattered. What really stood out was Danny saying I didn't have to do all the repairs at once -- or even do them there -- only that they needed to be addressed/repaired to keep myself and my car safe. That level of honesty is rare. My car was ready by 4:30 PM the same day. Skilled techs, honest advice, and an easy experience here. Highly recommend Advantec and Danny.

Solid service, would come again to get any work done on my car. They called and texted me to let me…read moreknow of any updates and they were able to see me the same day. They charged me a fair amount and I would go back again

I had an amazing experience at Frank Honda and Toyota Auto Repair, and I genuinely can't recommend…read morethem enough. I originally needed just an oil change, but every place around me was quoting anywhere from $100-$120. I messaged Tomas on Yelp, and he got back to me immediately -- even in the middle of the night -- letting me know they could do it for $79.98. We set up an appointment right away, and I went in the very next day. When I arrived, I was greeted by Mike, who was super kind, welcoming, and informative. He got me checked in and started with no hassle at all. Their waiting room is very comfortable (nice couch, clean, and welcoming), and the whole process was quick -- about 45 minutes or less. While they were working on my car, Frank came in personally to check on me, offered me a cold drink, and made sure I was comfortable. That really stood out to me -- you don't see that level of care often anymore. At the end, Frank took the time to explain everything about my car in a way that was easy to understand. He even turned his computer screen toward me so I could see exactly what he was talking about. He let me know there were a few things I should eventually take care of, but there was zero pressure to buy anything or do additional work that day. No sales pitch, no prices being pushed -- just honest information. We even shared some laughs. I had mentioned on Yelp that money is tight right now, and he explained that the original price was closer to $90, but they discounted it to $79.98 for me. When it came time to pay, it actually rang up as $79.93. I gave him $80 cash, and he tried to give me change back because I didn't have smaller bills. I told him it was fine since he already gave me a discount, and we joked back and forth about it. The whole environment was light, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. Everyone there was kind, professional, knowledgeable, and respectful. You can tell they truly care about their customers. I also really appreciate that when they receive negative reviews, they actually reach out to customers to make things right -- that says a lot about their integrity. On top of that, Frank has been working on cars since he was 11 years old and spent 12 years in a higher-up position at Toyota, so you're truly dealing with someone who knows what they're doing. If you're looking for honest work, fair pricing, and excellent customer service, this is the place to go. I will absolutely be coming back and recommending them to everyone I know.

This place is a wonderful. As a woman I am very cautious on mechanics and after getting several…read morequotes regarding the services for my car this was the one that stood out the most mainly because of thier excellent customer service and follow through and fair pricing. This is the best value for your money. Experienced mechanics who know what they are doing. They are like a breath of fresh air. I got normal maintenance 120k for my 2013 Honda CRV they also found an oil leak and were able to fix it. Definetly recommend these guys if you have a Toyota or Honda and want it done right the first time!

Since moving to San Diego last year, I have been searching for a reliable auto service company to…read moretake my Hondas to locally, and Western Auto Service is hands down the go to place. At the beginning of the year my Honda Civic was experiencing electrical issues and I needed a quick, reliable fix due to having to commute more than an hour daily for work. I saw the positive reviews for Western Auto and gave them a call as soon as they opened. I spoke with Andy and he was very knowledgeable and was kind enough to get me in the same day for a diagnostic check. The quote was fair and I was initially told that the car would be done by Monday since a part needed to be ordered. I was surprised to hear from Andy the following day that the car was done, before the weekend! Had an awesome experience here. Fair prices, good work, and great customer service. I will definitely be coming back again for any future maintenance etc.

Andy worked on my dad's cars and now he works on my Honda element. I have never trusted someone…read morewith my car so much. He is always honest and super fair with pricing. I will be going to his shop until the day he retires.

Fast, honest, affordable service. Very pleased to have found this shop today for my smog test. I…read morewill be recommending everyone I know to come here!

This place is great! Took my 2012 vehicle for a smog test and zero complaints. Super fast and…read moresuper nice... and fantastic that they were open after 5pm.

I don't usually write reviews, but this one is well deserved. I had an oil change done at Adam's…read moreImport Car Specialist, and Milad made the whole experience ridiculously smooth. From the moment I walked in, he was friendly, professional, and genuinely cared about making sure everything was done right. No upselling, no pressure--just honest service and clear communication about what my car actually needed. The work was done quickly, and everything was explained in a way that made sense (which I really appreciated). It's rare to find a place where you feel like you can trust the person working on your car, but Milad definitely earned that. Super efficient, super respectful, and just an overall great experience. If you're looking for a reliable spot for an oil change, I highly recommend asking for Milad. I'll definitely be coming back.

Great repair shop. They did great work on my Mercedes for a very good price. I will use them again…read moreif I need a repair. Highly recommend.​

If you need any services from an oil change to comprehensive car repairs like spark plugs and…read moreignition coils, you are in GOOD hands with Ricardo! He's incredibly professional, prioritizing QUALITY over quantity every time. Ricardo uses high-end tools and offers exceptional customer service. Not only did he fix my car flawlessly, but he also took the time to address other concerns I had without any additional charge. His attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile set him apart from other mechanics. Ricardo's expertise and dedication provide tremendous value, saving you both time and money. His mobile service means you get top-notch repairs right at your doorstep, eliminating the hassle of going to a shop. Ricardo is, without a doubt, the best mobile mechanic in San Diego. Highly recommend!

Absolutely awesome! Had my brakes changed within 40 minutes and made sure everything was good. I…read morehighly recommend this company to anyone who needs house calls for their car! 100/10

Will and Ozzy are amazing. Excellent customer service and I absolutely love the communication…read moresystem you have. I have referred 2 friends and will continue to refer. Thank you so much!

What could have been an absolute NIGHTMARE! Took my car to these guys for a wheel alignment less…read morethan 2 weeks ago (which they are overpriced to begin with). Yesterday as I'm leaving my works parking lot a bolt falls out of my passenger side lower strut mount. That caused my passenger side wheel to completely tow in and had to stop my car immediately. If I happened to be on the freeway, this could've been very bad. Not only did they not take accountability but LIED and told me that they don't touch any lower strut mount bolts when doing an alignment. Cam bolts and strut bolts are literally the 2 major components of a wheel alignment lol. Of course they used the fact that I replaced my lower control arm myself against me. I drove the car for 2 weeks after doing the control arm with 0 issues. You'd think that if those bolts were loose prior to me bringing it in for an alignment, that's something they would notice since they claim to do an "inspection" prior to any work on the car. Overall just very bad business on their end. All they had to do was take accountability, replace the bolt and everything would've been fine. Instead they want to use the work that I did PRIOR to bringing the vehicle in for alignment against me. Very lucky this didn't happen on the freeway or they would have a hefty lawsuit coming their way. Safe to say I will never be back to this shop and if you take your car here for any suspension repairs, BE CAREFUL!

Since starting to use them, they have become to get out of control with what they charge. My check…read moreengine light was on and they used a diagnostic device to find out what the issue was. They didn't tell me what it said. Instead, they said it would 1-2 days to diagnose the problem and cost me $165 just for diagnosis. I went somewhere else and they were able to diagnose my issue using that SAME device in 10 seconds. They told me to come back tomorrow after they ordered the part and they would fix it for me for $175. They are no longer open on Sundays and are basically just ripping people off at this point. I will no longer be using them for any car repairs that I have moving forward. I used to recommend them to everyone I knew, but that is no longer the case.

I had an excellent experience at North Park Auto Repair. The staff was incredibly professional,…read morehonest, and kind from start to finish. They took the time to explain exactly what my car needed and made me feel comfortable and confident in the work being done. The service was quick, the pricing was fair, and my car is running perfectly now. It's not easy finding a mechanic you can truly trust, but this shop definitely earned my trust. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for reliable and quality auto repair in San Diego. Thank you again for such amazing serv!

This is the second time I go to this shop for a car repair. Loan quoted a reasonable price for…read morerepainting

It's unfortunate because I really wanted to give this place a try, it would've been convenient for…read moreus since we manage multiple vehicles, and I was hoping to build a solid business relationship. On 4/14 I brought in an Escalade after replacing the rear brakes because it started throwing multiple warning lights, even though the ABS sensor and brakes were already replaced. I understand newer vehicle technology can sometimes cause glitches even with simple repairs, so I trusted they'd be able to diagnose and fix it. They charged a $130 diagnostic fee, which I was completely fine with. The next day, they said they needed to reset the computer for $390. Since I had already paid for the diagnostic and was told it would go toward the repair, I agreed. The following day, I was told they couldn't reset it and that I'd need a new module for $3,468.54. I declined and decided to get a second opinion from our regular mechanic. I still paid the $390 plus a $13.65 service charge, which I later found out was a credit card fee. The next day, I took the vehicle to our regular mechanic. Within 2 hours, they cleared the stored codes and the vehicle was ready, total cost: $120. No waiting days, no module replacement, and no unnecessary upsell. I waited a couple of weeks before writing this review to make sure the issue didn't come back, and also spoke with Barry to see if anything could be done about the $403.65 I paid. I felt it was unfair to be charged for a service that ultimately wasn't completed. I would've been completely fine just paying the $130 diagnostic fee. Unfortunately, he declined, stating the charge was for their time. I understand time was spent, but from a business standpoint, I wouldn't feel right charging a client for a repair that wasn't successfully completed, especially when the vehicle left in the same condition it arrived. Because of this experience, I wouldn't return or recommend this shop to others. I think it's important for people to know that you may end up paying for work that doesn't actually resolve the issue.